The $2 billion Gotion electric vehicle battery facility investment in Kankakee County, Illinois, promises an economic boost to the region with at least 2,600 jobs.

Christkindlmarket Chicago introduces a "Fast Pass" option for its visitors at the Daley Plaza location, allowing them to quickly access the festive experience and secure their annual souvenir mug collector's item.

Distractions, a landmark vintage store in Haight-Ashbury that has served San Francisco's counterculture for 47 years, has announced its closure. Citing the impact of the pandemic, negative media publicity, and gentrification, the store's owner is preparing to retire.

Ayus, a new San Francisco Ayurvedic apothecary (1695 Union Street), offers an array of products and services to help new mothers thrive after giving birth.

John Wayne Airport reports an increase in passenger traffic in August 2023 compared to last year, despite a decrease in overall aircraft operations.

The United States Postal Service (USPS) announced proposals for a price increase of 2 percent in 2024 for various mail services, including a 2-cent increase for First-Class Mail Forever stamps, as a response to inflationary pressures and the need for more revenue.

Health care workers at St. Francis Medical Center in Lynwood began a five-day strike on Monday, October 9th, 2023.

A cherished Oakland furniture store, Uhuru Furniture & Collectibles, announces its closure after more than three decades of operation. The situation highlights the challenges faced by small businesses in the current economic climate.

Pharmacy employees at some Walgreens stores across the United States are staging walkouts on October 9-11 to protest the harsh working conditions they say make it difficult to safely fill prescriptions and attend to customers, risking public health.

A Cook County judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a Winnetka resident over a proposed land swap between the Winnetka Park District and billionaire Justin Ishbia.

Mayor Karen Bass addresses progress report findings and discusses solutions with small business owners in Boyle Heights, aiming to improve the city's support for businesses.

The inaugural Chicago VC Summit on the Future of Climate Tech commenced, showcasing over 140 start-ups led predominantly by founders of color and highlighting opportunities for collaboration and investment.

As the largest strike of its kind in U.S. history enters its second day, health care workers at Kaiser Permanente facilities continue to picket for better wages, increased staffing, and improved working conditions.